#10 UCLA Bruins
RECAP
The Bruins finished 19-14(11-7) and failed to make the NCAA tournament.
KEY LOSSES
Reeves Nelson 5.7pts 4.5reb 1.3ast
KEY RETURNERS
David Wear 10.2pts 6.3reb .8ast
Travis Wear 11.5pts 5.9reb 1.2blk
Josh Smith 9.9pts 4.9reb 1.2blk
NEWCOMERS
Shabazz Muhammad SG/SF 6’6″ 225lbs
Kyle Anderson PG/SF 6’8″ 200lbs
Tony Parker C 6’9″ 275lbs
Jordan Adams SG/SF 6’5″ 200lbs
Larry Drew(transfer) 4.4pts 2.3reb 3.9ast(2010-11 UNC)
OVERALL
The Bruins had another disappointing season and look to redeem them self with the top incoming freshmen class. The Class will be led by arguably the top player in the class in Muhammad, a versatile scoring lefty who will put up a lot of points as a Bruin. Anderson is a small forward with point guard skills with a high basketball IQ. Adams is a sharp shooting wing who will help spread the court for Parker who is a big agile post who combined with Smith makes a hefty and talented frontline. The Wear twins add the stability inside that the Bruins often lack in Smith but Smith is the key. If he’s in shape the the Bruins could go far. They also add UNC transfer Drew who will have a chance to prove he’s a starting pg for a championship team. The Bruins have Final Four talent but it will take some time for it to come together.
#11 Missouri Tigers
I don’t think Nelson leaving is a bad thing. I’m excited to see the new look Bruins led by Muhammad. They’re gonna break back into the tourney and once again be a force after the mess of the last 3 years.